Confucianism

• What is the origin of this religion? When/How/Why did it start?

Confucianism originated in China in the fifth century BCE, at the same time as Mohism, Daoism and Legalism Founder: Confucius (551-479 BC)Adherents: 5-6 million

• What are the main rituals or practices of this religion?

Confucianism does not prescribe any specific rituals.

• What are the main texts associated with this religion?

There are a few main texts, such as the Lun-yü and the Confucian Canon which consists of the Shu Ching, the Shih Ching, the I Ching, the Ch'un Ching and the Li Ching.

• How many people follow this religion in Australia and the World? Apprx. 6 million
  
  
• How can you be a good/devout follower of this religion? You have to follow the rules.
  
  
• What rewards and punishments are associated with the faith?
  According to Confucius, people are generally good and should be punished only after they break the laws. To help ensure this, rituals are used to internalize behaviors and behavior patterns so that a person does not wish to break the law or lose face from committing an immoral action.
• List any important places associated with this religion. An important place would be china, where it began, and they have Confucianism Temples.
  
  
• Are there any important symbols associated with this religion? What are they?
  
  This is the main symbol of Confucianism.
• Upload any images that might have some significance in this religion. Explain their importance.

This is a Confucianism Temple. The symbol of Confucianism